Palestine Exists!

In this conversation, Habuba and Petra delve into various hot takes surrounding the Palestinian cause, normalization, and the role of diaspora. They discuss the implications of normalization in the context of current events, the influence of AI on society, and the dynamics between Palestinians in the diaspora and those living under occupation. The conversation also touches on the challenges of ant...

Your name is the one thing they still cannot take. Every empire tried to catalogue us. Israel’s the first to try to delete us. This episode looks at how Palestinian names carry proof when everything else is gone: houses, land, photos, documents. Hiba walks through how language, law, and paperwork are used to erase a people, and why a last name like Al-Nabulsi or Majdalawi says more than any docume...

Childhood is constructed, protected, and in Palestine, deliberately destroyed. This episode traces how Palestinian children are stripped of the word “child” before the bullet lands: through media framing, military law, biometric surveillance, and bureaucratic erasure. From cortisol in the hair to frozen trauma on school grounds, Hiba shows how childhood becomes a criminal and what it means to reme...

White on Paper, Invisible by Design About This Episode: In this solo episode, Habuba breaks down how bureaucratic erasure becomes physical violence against Palestinians and Arabs in America. From census forms to FBI databases, hospital records to immigration files, she reveals the deliberate system designed to make us vanish—not by accident, but by architecture. In This Episode: Habuba takes you t...

In this episode, Habuba examines how religion in Israel isn’t just about belief—it’s infrastructure. From military operations named after biblical events to laws that erase Arabic place names, this is a system where theology becomes policy. Palestinian existence is framed not as a people with rights, but as a theological violation in need of correction. Genocide becomes sacred. Reproduction become...

This episode examines the use of Palestinian bodies—living and dead—as test subjects in a wide range of Israeli military, pharmaceutical, and psychological experiments. From psychotropic drug testing in prisons to the deliberate flooding of Gaza with synthetic opioids, we investigate how addiction, trauma, and medical deprivation have been engineered as tools of control. We analyze the systemic wi...

Summary In this episode of Palestine Exists, Petra and Hiba explore the multifaceted aspects of Palestinian identity, resistance, and the historical context of the 1936 revolt against British colonial rule. They discuss the cultural resilience of Palestinians, the impact of leadership dynamics, and the ongoing struggle against oppression. They also delve into the Palestinian resistance groups of t...

The first episode of the history of Palestinian resistance starts out discussing resistance under the Ottoman Empire and into the British Mandate: This conversation delves into the multifaceted nature of Palestinian resistance, exploring its historical roots, cultural significance, and the ongoing struggle against colonialism. The hosts discuss the importance of understanding resistance as an inhe...

In this episode of 'Palestine Exists', Petra and Hiba delve into the complexities of Palestinian identity, the impact of conflict on children, and the historical context of Palestinian refugees, particularly in Lebanon and Jordan. They discuss the psychological and social ramifications of massacres, the ongoing struggle for recognition and rights, and the importance of the right of return for Pale...

This conversation delves into the Nakba, its historical context, and its profound impact on Palestinian identity, particularly focusing on the plight of orphans. The speakers discuss the systematic displacement of Palestinians, the role of UNRWA in providing support, and the dire conditions faced by refugees in camps across the region. They explore the cultural definitions of orphanhood in Arab so...

In this episode of Palestine Exists, hosts Petra and Hiba engage in a profound conversation with Khalid, a 21-year-old living in Gaza. They explore Khalid's life before the conflict, the immense pressure he feels to speak for his community, and the challenges of being seen as more than just a victim of violence. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal stories in understanding the huma...

This conversation delves into the complexities of Palestinian advocacy, focusing on the unique burnout and fatigue experienced by advocates. The hosts discuss how systemic issues contribute to emotional exhaustion, the repetitive nature of trauma, and the institutional mechanisms that perpetuate this cycle. They explore the emotional toll of advocacy, the expectations placed on Palestinian voices,...

This conversation delves into the case of Ahmad Manasra, a Palestinian child whose life was irrevocably altered by the Israeli legal system. The hosts discuss the implications of his story, exploring themes of childhood, trauma, and the intersection of law and colonial violence. They highlight the systemic issues faced by Palestinian children under occupation, the nature of the legal proceedings a...

In this episode of Palestine Exists, hosts Petra and Hiba delve into the complex narratives surrounding the Palestinian conflict, focusing on the manipulation of statistics and media representation. They discuss how numbers are weaponized to dehumanize Palestinians, particularly through demographic profiling that labels young males as combatants. The conversation highlights the implications of suc...

This episode of Palestine Exists delves into the complex relationship between Palestinian struggles and international law, particularly focusing on the role of UN resolutions. The hosts discuss how international law is often manipulated to manage Palestine rather than liberate it, highlighting the asymmetry in legal accountability between Israel and the Palestinian people. They explore the signifi...

This episode of Palestine Exists delves into the complex interplay of gender, nationalism, and violence in the context of Palestinian identity and resistance. The hosts discuss how gender roles are weaponized in the ongoing genocidal campaign against Palestinians, emphasizing the emotional and psychological impacts of such violence. They explore the implications of the recent UN report on the syst...

This conversation delves into the complexities of the Christian population in Palestine, exploring how their narratives are often manipulated within the broader context of Israeli-Palestinian relations. The speakers discuss the historical decline of the Christian community, the impact of the Nakba, and the ongoing resistance efforts by Palestinian Christians. They also highlight the cultural erasu...

In this episode of Palestine Exists, the hosts delve into the complexities of media bias and misinformation surrounding the Palestinian genocide and atrocities, committed by Israel. They discuss how narratives are shaped, the marginalization of Palestinian voices, and the implications of media representation. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding these biases in the context o...

In this episode of Palestine Exists, the hosts delve into the emotional stories of Palestinian hostages, focusing on the resilience and hope that define their experiences. They highlight the case of Nael al-Burghouti, the longest-serving Palestinian political prisoner, exploring his life, family connections, and the impact of the Israeli occupation. The conversation emphasizes the human side of th...

In this episode, the hosts discuss the complex relationship between the United States and Israel, tracing the historical context of US foreign policy towards Palestine and the support for Israel. They explore the role of lobbying, political pressure, and significant events such as UN Resolution 181, the USS Liberty incident, and the evolution of military and economic aid to Israel. The conversatio...

In this episode of Palestine Exists, the hosts delve into the heavy topic of genocide, particularly in the context of Palestine. They discuss the legal definitions of genocide, the historical context, and the ongoing International Court of Justice (ICJ) case regarding the Palestinian people's right to protection against genocide. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing Palestinia...

In this episode of Palestine Exists, hosts Petra, Hiba, and Leena delve into the complexities of settler colonialism in Palestine, exploring its historical roots, the unique case of Palestine, and the ongoing struggle for identity and resistance. They discuss the implications of Zionism, the narratives surrounding it, and the impact of colonialism on Palestinian lives today. The conversation empha...

In the inaugural episode of 'Palestine Exists', hosts Petra and Rony delve into the historical and contemporary issues surrounding Palestine, debunking common myths, discussing the ongoing Nakba, and exploring the implications of Zionism as a colonial movement. They emphasize the importance of recognizing Palestinian history, the impact of displacement, and the need for a one-state solution that e...

Intro to the first episode of Palestine Exists podcast. With Petra and Rony.

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